1991 Chevrolet Cavalier Service & Repair Manual

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The service and repair manual for the 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier — 2.8L V6 and 3.1L V6 and 2.2L I4 engines, 10 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Chevrolet published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.

01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers

Model year1991
Engines
2.8L V6 — OHV
3.1L V6 — OHV
2.2L I4 — OHV
TrimsBase Sedan 4-Door · RS Convertible 2-Door · RS Sedan 4-Door · VL Coupe 2-Door · VL Wagon 4-Door · RS Wagon 4-Door +4
Federal record3 recalls · 77 complaints · 3 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21)

02 / InsideSample pages from the 1991 Cavalier manual

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03 / ContentsSections in the manual

  • Quick Lookups 66
  • General Information 1,528
  • Accessories & Equipment 137
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 232
  • Brakes 59
  • Maintenance 46
  • Drivelines & Axles 22
  • Steering 92
  • Electrical 144
  • Suspension 89
  • Engine Mechanical 211
  • Transmission 518
  • Engine Performance 1,115
  • Jacket Assembly (Tilt-Column) 12
  • Steering Column Support Bracket Bolt 22
  • Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt 29
  • Steering Wheel Nut 30
  • Combination Switch Housing Screw 49
  • Ignition Switch Retaining Screw 21
  • Lock Cylinder Housing Shear Bolt 97

04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1991 Cavalier

  1. Structure — body › door › hinge and attachments · 91V165000
    The door frame would collapse. vehicle does not complywith fmvss 210.
  2. Fuel System, Gasoline · 06E043000
    This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fu.
  3. Seat Belts · 92V003000
    The seat occupant faces increased risk of injury in theevent of a sudden stop or accident.

Owners have filed 77 complaints and Chevrolet has issued 3 technical service bulletins for the 1991 Cavalier. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.

FAQQuestions about the 1991 Cavalier manual

Is this manual specific to the 1991 Cavalier?

Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1991 model year, covering the 2.8L V6 and 3.1L V6 and 2.2L I4 across the Base Sedan 4-Door, RS Convertible 2-Door, RS Sedan 4-Door, VL Coupe 2-Door, VL Wagon 4-Door, RS Wagon 4-Door, Z24 Coupe 2-Door, Base Coupe 2-Door, VL Sedan 4-Door, RS Coupe 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Chevrolet published for this year.

What 1991 Cavalier problems does it help with?

3 recalls are on federal record for the 1991 Cavalier, covering structure, fuel system, gasoline, seat belts. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Chevrolet dealers.

Does it include 1991 Cavalier wiring diagrams?

Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1991 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.

Is it a subscription?

No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.

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